Private tailor-made journeys of a life time
Bai Tu Long bay
Launched in 2010
11 Cabin
from $169
US $134
The 11 cabins of the Dragon Pearl Junk are decorated with Vietnamese touches throughout the dark red, varnished wood of the room. Enjoy the comfortable bed and the en suite bathroom with a constant view of the world outside.
2
Ocean view
Double/twin
12 m²
As one of the most authentic cruises across Halong’s sister bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, the Dragon Peal Junk offers a genuine experience around utterly unique scenery. Our junk boat cuts through the bay with sails soaring high, housing 11 teak and oak wood cabins, each dressed in a local flavour and containing 21st century amenities to allow for hassle-free sailing.
Our off-the-beaten-track route gives us a chance to explore Bai Tu Long Bay as Halong Bay existed before the arrival of tourism. Fewer boats and less waiting time for attractions are the appeal of this new bay, and the appeal of the Dragon Pearl Junk as it sails through it is plain for all to see.
07.30 – 08.00: Your hotel lobby will be the meeting point between you and our driver, who will transfer you east towards Bai Tu Long Bay.
10.30 – 12.00: We make a stop-off at Yen Duc village on the way, a real bastion of ancient Vietnamese culture. We have lunch here before continuing onto Bai Tu Long Bay.
13: 15 – 14:00: We step foot on the Dragon Pearl Junk at Hon Gai harbour, taking the time to enjoy the new surroundings with a welcome drink.
14:00 – 16:45: We have the entire afternoon for relaxing, so do so however you see fit. This is done best from the sundeck with the scrolling seascape playing out in front of us.
17:00 – 18:00: As we approach the evening, we arrive at Tra San and Cap La, two excellent areas with swimming and kayaking opportunities abounding.
18:00 – 20:00: Have a delicious dinner in the restaurant as the day fully turns into night.
20:00 – Onwards: Our overnight anchorage spot in the Cong Do area gives us a very tranquil night’s sleep. Before this, you can enjoy the squid fishing or board games that we can provide.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
07.30: A light breakfast will start the day off right on the Dragon Pearl Junk.
07.30 – 10:00: To explore the colourful fishing village of Vung Vieng, we can kayak or take a local sampan ride around its watery outskirts, discovering more about how life works while floating on the water.
10.15 – 11.00: An early lunch will give us the energy for the drive home, which we will do after disembarking at Hon Gai Harbour and waving goodbye to the staff as we board the return bus to Hanoi.
We are grateful that you chose the Dragon Pearl Junk for your Bai Tu Long Bay expedition. We believe that we have brought you a great experience when enjoying your Holiday Tour in Vietnam!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
07.30 – 08.00: Our driver will make their way around Hanoi’s Old Quarter, picking you up at your hotel lobby before taking you to Bai Tu Long Bay.
10.30 – 12.00: We will stop off at Yen Duc village, a time capsule of Vietnamese architecture and culture. We explore the village and have lunch before continuing onto Bai Tu Long Bay.
13: 15 – 14:00: At Hon Gai pier, we meet the Dragon Pearl Junk for the first time and climb aboard.
14:00 – 16:45: We begin our cruising to Cap La, passing many limestone karsts that make up the bay’s unique seascape.
17:00 – 18:00: At Cap La and Tra San, we have the opportunity for swimming and kayaking in the placid waters.
18:00 – 20:00: We re-board the Dragon Pearl Junk and find a quiet place to drop anchor as you relax back into life on board.
20:00 – 21:00: A delicious dinner in the dining room will come before our optional evening entertainment, including squid fishing and board games.
Meals:
07.30 – 08.00: We will attempt to have breakfast outside today if the weather is good enough.
08.30 – 11.30: The Dragon Pearl Junk weighs anchor and begins its journey to Cong Dam, a quiet locale where we can swim and kayak in the clear waters.
11.00 – 12.00: Head back to the boat for relaxation time and the cruise over to Hon Co Island, a gorgeous area with a white sand beach.
12.00 – 13.30: We will have a memorable barbecue lunch on the beach if the weather will allow us, if not, we can have it on the boat.
13.45 – 15.45: We cruise over to and explore the magical Thien Canh Son Cave, with its wealth of interesting formations.
16.00 – 17.30: There is time for one more kayaking excursion if you would like to participate, this time around the outside of the Thay Cave and around the Cong Do area.
19.00 – 21.00: We have dinner back on the boat as well as some wonderful evening entertainment options for afterwards.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07.30: Sit down for a scenic breakfast amongst the limestone columns outside.
07.30 – 10:00: Our stop today will be to Vung Vieng fishing village, around which we can kayak or take a local sampan boat to explore the lives of the locals.
10.15 – 11.00: We return to the Dragon Pearl Junk for the last time to take the last of your pictures. A lunch will send you off with a full stomach as you disembark at the harbour and take the luxury shuttle back to Hanoi.
It was a pleasure to have you on this Bai Tu Long Bay cruise; we hope to see you again in the near future!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
General Information
Shuttle bus pick-up point: Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Shuttle bus drop-off point: Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Bus pick-up time: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Check-in: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM; Check-out: 10h:30 AM
Return Hanoi by bus: 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Booking Policy
• 50 % of the total cost is required to secure the booking.
• The remaining balance is to be paid 15 days prior to the departure date.
• In some special cases, you will be required to pay the full cost or a number greater or smaller than the standard 50% to secure your booking.
• In some special cases, the deadline for payment will be required sooner or later than the standard 15 days prior to booking.
Cancellation by Customer
• More than 30 days prior to check-in (departure date): Free of charge
• From 30 to 16 days prior to check-in (departure date): 10% of total rates
• From 15 to 10 days prior to check-in (departure date): 20% of total rates
• From 9 to 5 days prior to check-in (departure date): 50% of total rates
• Less than 5 days prior to check-in (departure date): 100% of total rates.
• No-Show: 100% of total rates
*** Cancellation notice from customer must be sent to us via email. Refund will be processed between 10 -15 working days.
Cancellation by Halong Bay Management Board due to bad weather
If the cancellation is made by the Halong Bay Management Board, following policies will be applied depending on the time of cancellation.
• When a cancellation is made before departure date- check-in date (if no services have been used): 100% refund.
• When a cancellation is made during the trip (some services have been used such as transfer, food, some amenities, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
• When a cancellation is made before or during the departure date and the trip must be shortened from 2 nights to 1 night, 2 days 1 night trip, plus other used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
• The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you!
Note: In case of a cancellation decision made by the Management Board of Halong Bay, an alternative travel arrangement will be made on request, or you will be refunded in accordance. In all cases, please contact our travel consultant via email or phone for support. We are always willing to provide you with any assistance you may need on or off board.
Important Notes
• PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
• In case of adverse weather conditions in Halong Bay, the cancellation will ONLY be made by the Halong Bay Management Board. Usually the announcement will be declared very close to or on the departure date and our refund policy will come into effect.
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